The only way we're going to get further and further in space is to make it commercially viable. It may seem as though this is just another luxury for the rich to flaunt their wealth; but keep in mind that things such as the automobile, indoor plumbing, VCRs, and CDs were the exact same way too. If they can make a profit on this, no matter how small, it could very well spur other companies to pop up and do the same, jump starting a competition to attract the most customers and offer more luxuries and advancements.
whomod said: I generally don't like it when people decide to play by the rules against people who don't play by the rules.
It tends to put you immediately at a disadvantage and IMO is a sign of true weakness.
This is true both in politics and on the internet."
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Friendly Neighborhood Ray-man said: "no, the doctor's right. besides, he has seniority."